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When internet research increases medication anxiety

I have been researching my medications obsessively online and now I am convinced every side effect I feel is dangerous, even though I was fine before I started reading.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Knowledge-seeking has transformed manageable side effects into catastrophic fears.

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“Where Are You with Psychiatric medications — complete guide?”

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